Renoir: Master Impressionist

The works of Pierre-Auguste Renoir, who is often called 'the last of the great European masters', have long fascinated the world.
A clue to Renoir's immense popularity may be found in his own words: 'For my part, I am content to demand just one thing for a masterpiece: enjoyment.'
This statement, however, is deceptively simple. Renoir's work moved through many significant phases during a long and productive lifetime. As the essays in this catalogue clearly demonstrate, the subtleties and complexities of Renoir's work repay careful study.
This exhibition offers Australian audiences fresh perceptions and a new understanding of the artist and his times. 'Renoir: Master Impressionist' thus adds insight to enjoyment in this collection of over fifty masterworks.